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Thanks for your input. We may try that next week. The castors aren't too hard to get on and off for quick testing without, so we should be able to do a before and after on that relatively quickly. 'Grungy and agricultural' has ended up looking quite good, and its definitely going to be painted in a manner that keeps it looking that way, when it comes to the final steps and paint jobs!

Today we had another build day, although it was mostly testing and talking.
We got to work charging the batteries, although we knew the testing today was going to be brief so we didn't go for a full charge.

After chatting and having a bit of a laugh for an hour whilst they charged, we went up to the testing place, this time with the receiver and transmitter I had brought up from Wakey. The drive seemed a little better, but not perfect still. It was my first drive, so I couldn't really determine the difference, however when Colin tried he said it was running a little better. So perhaps the trims are off on the other transmitter - it's also possible it may be a technical fault, as its a second hand controller, whereas mine is a new one.
As noted, the drive is still a little off - however it is now at a point where it can be adjusted on the fly with quick fingers to bring it into alignment. Next week, we're going to try to see if there is a reason why one wheel is getting more friction than the other, perhaps the build is slightly off angle, we'll also try it without castors - as we'd already considered that. Although unfortunately we don't have a nice surface to run on, so we'll be all scratched up if we test it without castors and it runs on the floor too much.
At some point, we'll need to decide what transmitter/receiver to use.

Today was my first go at driving it, and I have to say. I'm surprised at how nippy it can be, due to the placement of the two wheels, it can turn rather quickly, to the point where you'd certainly not want to get in the way when its turning at max throttle, it really throws the front end around in a spin - may end up being a useful tool in a fight!

As a sidenote, today we discussed a few potential things to do after the HW was completed - and I think if we do get to do them, a lot of people may be pleasantly surprised by what we may have up our sleeves! We've also discussed what

During the week, Colin is going to try re-assembling the jaws ready to test that next Sunday. So hopefully by the end of next week, we'll be a step closer to battle ready - all we need is an event not too far away to run it!

The bot in the sun, just before testing. Was fabulous weather for it!
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